Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 8m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport
Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport is a heliport in New Plymouth, New Zealand (ICAO NZJQ). It sits at an elevation of 104 ft (32 m). It observes Pacific/Auckland local time. The nearest airport is New Plymouth Airport (NPL), about 7 nm to the ne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
NZJQNOTAMs
NZJQReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZC373, MAUI CFZ | Class B | Controlled | GND | 5500 ft MSL |
| NZC372, TARANAKI CFZ | Class B | Controlled | GND | FL600 |
| CTA C & D | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA320, NEW PLYMOUTH, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 5500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| NZA334, NEW PLYMOUTH, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| NZA331, NEW PLYMOUTH, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| NZA354, NEW PLYMOUTH, CTR D | Class D | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all New Zealand airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 650 ft | 23 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport?
The ICAO code for Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport is NZJQ.
Where is Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport located?
Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport is heliport located in New Plymouth, New Zealand, at an elevation of 104 ft (32 m).
What time zone is Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport in?
Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport is approximately 21.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport is New Plymouth Airport (NPL), about 7 nm to the ne, followed by Norfolk Airport and Stratford Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Taranaki Base Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.